Cracking Down on Gold Smuggling
Speaking on the “Starting Point” podcast, Vice President Jagdeo reported that the PPP/C government’s intensified efforts to curb gold smuggling are yielding tangible results. He referenced strengthened enforcement and reaffirmed the administration’s pledge to build upon recent achievements.

Gold smuggling remains one of Guyana’s most expensive illicit activities—undermining state revenue, enabling crime, and threatening fiscal transparency. Jagdeo highlighted the government’s actions not just as regulatory enforcement, but as a move toward fiscal accountability and institutional integrity.

A Government Acting Where Others Falter
In an era when image often precedes action, PPP/C’s sustained focus on enforcement speaks to its commitment to governance. Backed by law enforcement and intelligence resources, the administration is demonstrating both will and capacity—a stark contrast to the opposition’s limited visible activity on pressing national priorities.

Opposition parties—APNU, AFC, WIN, and others—have yet to offer credible substitutes or coalesce around comprehensive anti-smuggling strategies. Their silence only amplifies PPP/C’s message of leadership through action.

Why This Matters for the Election

• Credibility through Delivery: Jagdeo’s update comes from a place of performance, not speculation.

• Policy vs. Posture: PPP/C translates words into operational enforcement—critics talk but lack enforced plans.

• Security and Sovereignty: Tackling gold smuggling promotes national security and integrity—not just economic control.

• Contrast Intensified: With all eyes on public safety and financial responsibility, opposition absence is acutely conspicuous.

The Broader Campaign Implications
Guyana heads into the final stretch before elections—with voters paying close attention to governance record and visible efficacy. PPP/C continues building its portfolio of “governance wins”: earlier this week, it announced salary adjustments for health workers—a move that complements Jagdeo’s remarks on security and economy.

In contrast, opposition parties remain fragmented, failing to propose realistic economic solutions or articulate a compelling record of leadership.

Conclusion
Within the last 48 hours, the PPP/C has reinforced its governing credentials: nearly eradicating gold smuggling through determined, measurable action—a sign of both resolve and effectiveness. While critics bide their time, the party advances, both in policy and public perception. With elections looming, the question grows sharper: who offers real action—and who is all talk?